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    ROMEO AND JULIET (Arden): Bounty as boundless as the sea

    It’s quite likely that you’ll never see a finer performance of this Shakespearean warhorse.

    Kathryn Osenlund March 18, 2026 No Comments
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  • Theater

    Why Deaf Theater is a Form of Resistance

    This film follows Daymond Sands, a Deaf theatre program director, preparing his first original showcase, highlighting the cast’s heartfelt effort to bring Deaf perspectives center stage

    Smalley Bogg February 26, 2026 No Comments
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  • Reviews Theater

    RARE ACCIDENTS: HENRY IV parts I and II abridged (Quintessence): A quick visit to Eastcheap

    We are treated to a rare spectacle in a show that would surely please Shakespeare.

    Kathryn Osenlund February 24, 2026 1 Comment
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  • Reviews Theater

    MACBETH (Lantern): Dancing, singing… and murder

    In opening scenes three Weird Sisters, witches, brew evil in a pot using scarce ingredients like eye of newt. They cherry pick the future for Macbeth with oracular accuracy, giving over the goods while leaving out important elements.

    Kathryn Osenlund November 11, 2025 1 Comment
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    A Life Unfolds: Kathryn Grody’s The Unexpected 3rd

    Acclaimed actor and writer Kathryn Grody brings her wit, warmth, and sharp perspective to People’s Light in The Unexpected 3rd. Known for her distinctive voice…

    Debra Danese September 19, 2025 No Comments
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Features Interviews Theater

Back to Prison: Playwright Kash Goins on his reprised play V to X at Arden Theatre

Christopher Munden March 15, 2018 1 Comment

Kash Goins talks to Phindie about the new production of his acclaimed prison drama and the Arden’s coming season.

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Reviews Theater

SMALL MOUTH SOUNDS (Ars Nova/PTC): Hmmph

Toby Zinman March 15, 2018 1 Comment

As far as I can tell, this is a satire, although you know you’re on shaky ground when you’re not sure if the play knows it’s a satire.

View More SMALL MOUTH SOUNDS (Ars Nova/PTC): Hmmph
Interviews Music Previews

Paul is Live: Interview with the fab star of RAIN: A Tribute to the Beatles

Debra Danese March 14, 2018 No Comments

An accomplished musician, Paul Curatolo’s love of the Beatles has driven him to master the character of McCartney.

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Dance Reviews

SWAN LAKE (PA Ballet): Pennsylvania Ballet refined through the classic

Eri Yoneda March 13, 2018 No Comments

SWAN LAKE is the classic that people think of when they hear the word “ballet.”

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Music Reviews

A dilettante at large: A QUIET PLACE (Curtis Institute of Music)

Toby Zinman March 13, 2018 No Comments

The Curtis Institute of Music and Opera Philadelphia’s stunning production Leonard Bernstein’s opera, A Quiet Place, is one of many worldwide celebrations of his centennial;

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Skyler Lubin and Zachary Kapeluck in "Vivir" by Darrell Grand Moultrie. Photo by Bill Hebert.
Dance Reviews

SPRING SERIES 2018 (BalletX): Ballet, according to BalletX

Eri Yoneda March 13, 2018 No Comments

The program showcases the company’s unique character and the strength.

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Previews Theater

A Three-Man Show About Two One-Man Shows: CSz Philadelphia’s TWO-MAN ONE-MAN

Smalley Bogg March 12, 2018 No Comments

TWO-MAN, ONE-MAN is a three-man show—about two one-man shows—being performed as a two-man show.

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Reviews Theater

LYDIE BREEZE PART 2: AIPOTU (EgoPo): Seeking utopia

Neal Zoren for NealsPaper March 11, 2018 No Comments

EgoPo’s presentation of John Guare’s Lydie Breeze continues with a look at a New England utopia.

View More LYDIE BREEZE PART 2: AIPOTU (EgoPo): Seeking utopia
Reviews Theater

THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK (People’s Light): An intense retelling of a familiar story

Neal Zoren for NealsPaper March 9, 2018 No Comments

David Bradley’s production of this classic is a sterling example of a strong scripts coupled with a great ensemble.

View More THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK (People’s Light): An intense retelling of a familiar story
Reviews Theater

THE MOST DESERVING (Allens Lane): Art-iface at it’s funniest!

Lisa Panzer March 9, 2018 1 Comment

Catherine Trieschmann’s THE MOST DESERVING is an all out cuckoo cultural clash, insanely hilarious as performed at Allens Lane

View More THE MOST DESERVING (Allens Lane): Art-iface at it’s funniest!
Reviews Theater

MARIE ANTOINETTE (Curio): You say you want a revolution?

Neal Zoren for NealsPaper March 3, 2018 No Comments

Danton, Marat, Robespierre, and their ilk have mostly been forgotten, while the guillotined Marie retains fame.

View More MARIE ANTOINETTE (Curio): You say you want a revolution?
Dance Previews

Dance in Sketch: Kun-Yang Lin/Dancers open studio

Chuck Schultz March 2, 2018 No Comments

Kun-Yang Lin/Dancers Open Rehearsals series is taking place now as they prepare for Faith Project at the Prince Theater March 22-24

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Reviews Theater

PASSING STRANGE (Wilma): Youth and rebellion

Thom Nickels March 2, 2018 No Comments

Youth is the time of our lives when the more adventurous among us follow French poet Arthur Rimbaud’s dictum that “everything we are taught is false.”

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Features Film Theater

Oscar-Winning Movies Don’t Come From Plays Anymore

Christopher Munden March 1, 2018 No Comments

No published or produced play has been the source for a Best Adapted Screenplay award since 1989.

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Dance Features

Dance Rehearsal in Sketch: BARRY: MAMALOSHEN (Asya Zlatina)

Chuck Schultz March 1, 2018 No Comments

Asya Zlatina and Dancers is a constant reminder for myself that Philadelphia dancers are connected and collaborating with each other.

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Philadelphia Theater Calendar March 2018

Calendar March 1, 2018 No Comments

This is what you can see in Philly theaters in March 2018.

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Features Interviews Theater

Remembering TIME REMEMBERED: Interviews with the IRC cast

Henrik Eger February 24, 2018 No Comments

Henrik Eger talked to the IRC cast about their production of Jean Anouith’s play.

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Marc D. Donovan and Keith J. Conallen in A STEADY RAIN in Walnut Street Theatre's Independence Studio on 3. Photo by Mark Garvin
Reviews Theater

A STEADY RAIN (Walnut St): An intense and engrossing cop show

Toby Zinman February 24, 2018 No Comments

If you’re a fan of TV police procedurals this is the play for you.

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Features Interviews Theater

Why Wait? Director Ken Marini talks about Quintessence Theatre’s brilliant WAITING FOR GODOT

Henrik Eger February 22, 2018 4 Comments

Quintessence Theatre’s production of WAITING FOR GODOT just closed. Henrik Eger spoke to the director about his background and his experiences directing Samuel Beckett’s classic.

View More Why Wait? Director Ken Marini talks about Quintessence Theatre’s brilliant WAITING FOR GODOT
60-Second Review Reviews Theater

AN EVENING WITH GROUCHO (Bucks County Playhouse): 60-second review

Neal Zoren for NealsPaper February 21, 2018 No Comments

Frank Ferrante can turn into his boyhood and current idol, Groucho Marx, on a dime.

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